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Priory Cottage

Priory Cottage

4.6
out of 5
Ratings from 7 reviews
86% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.7
Comfort
4.6
Condition
4.9
Location
4.7
Value
4.1
Customer
Service
4.9

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Priory Cottage is a superb Cotswold stone cottage hidden away on a peaceful no-through lane, just steps away from the centre of Charlbury. Behind the Arts and Crafts front door lies a gorgeous and elegant retreat that has been created with great care and attention to detail. The charming living room features a wood-burning stove whilst upstairs are three bedrooms, one of which is a fabulous double bunk room that younger guests will simply adore. Up to eight guests can stay in supreme comfort and, with a delightful enclosed rear garden, a stylish kitchen-diner, and a rare-for-Charlbury parking space, this is the perfect place for a Cotswold escape.

Comfortable but...

Review submitted on Sat, 09 Sep 2023
3.5
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
3.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The cottage was comfortable but the noise from the central heating cupboard in the main bedroom caused sleep disturbance, as did the fan in the ensuite bathroom, which did not turn off. The shower cubicles needed hand rails and neither bathroom had any storage space. Directions on how to operate the washer/dryer would have been useful. The allocated parking bay is not useful for any car larger than a mini or similar. The house needs a deep clean to include floors and skirting boards, which were dusty and debris from previous occupants was evident in the dining area.



Bolthole Retreats replied 227 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback regarding your recent stay at Priory Cottage. We are glad you found the cottage comfortable, however, we are sorry to hear about the issues you encountered, We wish you would have contacted the owners during your stay as they would have been able to help. The owners have taken your feedback onboard and they thank you for your feedback.

A beautiful cottage with a lovely enclosed private garden in a charming Cotswold village.

Review submitted on Mon, 03 Jul 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Excellent all round however Sofa in sitting room a little low down for a couple aged 72 ! Short walk to all village facilities



Perfect stay - highly recommended

Review submitted on Thu, 09 Feb 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was a special weekend away for four friends and the cottage provided the perfect home from home. Priory Cottage is beautifully and thoughtfully appointed and we needed for nothing and everything is of the upmost quality. We met the owner on our arrival who was very welcoming and helpful. Inside we had a generous hamper of goodies and essentials in the fridge.

We settled in, having lit a fire in the stove, and relaxed on the enormous squidgy sofa. On Saturday night we were going to go to a nearby pub for dinner but we ended up wanting to enjoy the cottage as much as possible and we had a leisurely and relaxed meal around the beautiful dining table.

The pictures speak for themselves, but the lounge is more beautiful than the photos reveal. Prior to arriving we were able to download a really useful guide for our stay which covered the cottage essential info and a helpful guide for the local area.

I also thought Bolthole Retreats was a really good website to use for booking - I will book with them again.



Bolthole Retreats replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, the owners will be so pleased to read this. We're happy to see that you enjoyed your stay at Priory Cottage and hope we can welcome you back to the Cotswolds again in the future.

Christmas 2022

Review submitted on Thu, 02 Feb 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A wonderful cosy Christmas. Church, excellent meal at the Bull and great Deli all in walking distance. The cottage is beautifully appointed and was festively decorated for our arrival. We found everything we needed. Beds extremely comfortable and furnishings and fittings of excellent quality. Spotlessly clean. A beautiful home in a charming village. We thank the owners for the lovely Christmas treats and our stay.



Get here by train!

Review submitted on Fri, 28 Oct 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A. We chose this cottage because near a railway station. There are some local bus services as well as trains but we ran out of time to try these as the very friendly village has plenty to keep you busy for 5 days - playground, good walks, cafe/deli etc. We’ll come again.



Perfect getaway in the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Mon, 12 Sep 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We loved our stay at Priory Cottage! When we arrived, Ashley met us on site to let us in, show us around and provide tips on the local area. The cottage has been beautifully renovated to a very high standard and is equipped with everything you could need. There were 5 adults in our group and there was plenty of space for everyone. We loved the balance of quaint character cottage and modern convenience. And with the help of the OS maps provided, we found some local walks to take in the beautiful scenery.
Charlbury village is charming in its own right but is also super convenient for trips to Oxford and even London, with a direct train line to Paddington.
Whilst Priory Cottage is a long way from home in New Zealand, we would definitely love to return one day.



Bolthole Retreats replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Jenny, Thank you so much for your review of Priory Cottage. The owners will be so pleased you enjoyed your time there. New Zealand is also a very beautiful place and we hope to welcome you back to our lovely part of the world again one day. Kind regards Bolthole Retreats

Lovely cottage in convenient location!

Review submitted on Tue, 19 Jul 2022
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
2.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We loved our 5 days at Priory Cottage!! The property is expertly decorated with designer finishes, is comfortable, and has all of the amenities of home. It was the perfect size for my family of 4 (2 adults and 2 teenagers). The beds are full sized, not queen, so keep that in mind if you’re used to sleeping in a queen or king bed (the mattresses and bed coverings are very comfy). The cottage has a lovely garden with a hammock under an apple tree, a perfect spot for a nap.
Charlbury is a delightful village. The Bull Inn is a 2 minute walk and serves a wonderful dinner! The Indian takeaway in town is also very tasty. The Tite Inn is also a delicious lunch and dinner spot with a gorgeous garden just a 10 min drive from the cottage.
Overall Charlbury was a great location for visiting both Oxford and the Cotswolds.
Finally, our hosts (Ashley and Niki) were wonderful! They made sure we had everything we needed and were incredibly quick and responsive when we had a question. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!!